AJB4700 - Alarm Clock PHILIPS - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	FM/DAB+ Clock Radio
Dimensions (W x H x D)	152 x 62 x 109 mm
Weight	0.3 kg
Power Supply	6 V DC, 0.5 A (adapter included)
Power Consumption (Operation)	< 3 W
Power Consumption (Standby)	< 1 W
FM Tuning Range	87.5 – 108 MHz
DAB+ Tuning Range	174.928 – 239.200 MHz
FM Sensitivity (Mono, 26 dB S/N)	< 22 dBf
Audio Output Power	0.5 W RMS
Alarms	2 separate alarms (AL1 and AL2)
Alarm Sources	DAB+, FM, Buzzer
Snooze Duration	9 minutes
Sleep Timer Options	15, 30, 60, 90, 120 minutes
Preset Stations (FM / DAB+)	10 each
Display Brightness	Adjustable (multiple levels)
Time Synchronization	Via DAB+ signal or manual
RDS Support	Yes (FM)
Antenna	FM/DAB+ wire antenna (adjustable)
Battery Backup	None (clock resets on power loss)

Frequently Asked Questions - AJB4700 PHILIPS

How do I set the time on my Philips AJB4700?

In standby mode, press and hold INFO for 3 seconds. The hour digits will blink. Use ◀ to adjust the hour, then press INFO to confirm. Repeat for minutes, day, month, and year. The radio exits automatically after 10 seconds of inactivity.

How do I set an alarm?

Press and hold either AL1 or AL2 for 3 seconds. Use ◀ to set the hour, press the same alarm button to confirm. Then set minutes, alarm source (DAB, FM, or buzzer), and volume. The alarm icon will appear.

How do I scan for DAB+ stations?

Press SOURCE repeatedly to select DAB+ mode. The first time, [FULL SCAN] appears; press SELECT to start. For subsequent scans, press and hold SCAN for 3 seconds to automatically store all available DAB+ stations.

How do I store FM or DAB+ preset stations manually?

Tune to the desired station. Press and hold PRESET for 3 seconds, then use ◀ to choose a preset number (1-10). Press PRESET again to confirm. Repeat for other stations.

How do I adjust the display brightness?

Press the BRIGHTNESS button repeatedly to cycle through the available brightness levels.

How do I use the sleep timer?

Press the SLEEP button repeatedly to select a sleep period (15, 30, 60, 90, or 120 minutes). The radio will automatically switch to standby after the chosen time. To cancel, press SLEEP until [OFF] appears.

How do I reset the clock radio to factory defaults?

Enter the system menu (from DAB+ or FM mode, press and hold MENU for 3 seconds), then navigate to [SYSTEM] > [RESET]. Select [RESET Y] and press SELECT to confirm.

Why is there no sound?

First, check the volume by pressing VOLUME ▲. Ensure the radio is not in standby (press POWER briefly). If using an alarm source, verify the alarm volume is set above 0.

How do I switch between FM and DAB+ modes?

Press the SOURCE button repeatedly to toggle between FM and DAB+ radio. The current mode is shown on the display.

Can I synchronize the time automatically?

Yes. In the system menu (press and hold MENU from DAB+ or FM mode), go to [TIME] > [UPDATE] and select [DAB] to sync time from DAB+ stations. You can also set it to [NONE] for manual adjustment.

USER MANUAL AJB4700 PHILIPS

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AJB4700

User manual

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Contents

1 Important 2

2 Your FM/DAB+ clock radio 3

Introduction 3

What's in the box 3

3 Get started 4

Prepare FM/DAB+ antenna 4

Connect power 4

Turn on 4

Set time 4

4 Listen to DAB+ radio 6

For the first time use 6

Store DAB+ radio stations automatically 6

Store DAB+ radio stations manually 6

Listen to a preset DAB+ radio station 6

Use DAB+ menu 7

Show DAB+ information 7

5 Listen to FM radio 8

Tune to FM radio stations 8

Store FM radio stations automatically 8

Store FM radio stations manually 8

Select a preset FM radio station 8

Use FM menu 8

Show RDS information 8

6 Use system menu 10

Set hour format and synchronize time 10

Reset all the settings 10

Know the software version 10

7 Other features 11

Set the alarm timer 11

Set the sleep timer 11

Adjust volume 12

Adjust display brightness 12

8 Product information 13

Amplifier 13

Tuner 13

General information 13

9 Troubleshooting 14

10 Notice 15

Disposal of your old product 15

1 Important

• Read these instructions.
• Heed all warnings.
• Follow all instructions.
• Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
• Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
• Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched, particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the unit.
• Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
• Use only power supplies listed in the user manual.
• Unplug this unit during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
• Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the unit has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the unit, the unit has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
• This unit shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing.
• Do not place any sources of danger on the unit (e.g. liquid filled objects, lighted candles).
• Where the plug of the Direct Plug-in Adapter is used as the disconnect device, the disconnect device shall remain readily operable.

Warning

• Never remove the casing of this clock radio.
• Never lubricate any part of this clock radio.
• Never place this clock radio on other electrical equipment.
• Keep this clock radio away from direct sunlight, naked flames or heat.
• Make sure that you always have easy access to the power cord, plug or adaptor to disconnect the clock radio from the power.

2 Your FM/DAB+ clock radio

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Introduction

With this clock radio, you can

• listen to FM and Digital Audio Broadcasting (DAB+) radio; and
• set two alarms.

What's in the box

(Fig. ①)

3 Get started

Always follow the instructions in this chapter in sequence.

Prepare FM/DAB+ antenna

For better reception, fully extend and adjust the position of the FM/DAB+ antenna. (Fig.②)

②

Line drawing of a portable electronic device with buttons and a cord (no text or symbols)

Note

• To prevent interference, position the antenna as far as possible from TV, VCR, or other radiation source.

Connect power

Caution

- Risk of product damage! Make sure that the power supply voltage corresponds to the voltage printed on the back or the underside of the clock radio.

- Risk of electric shock! Hold the plug securely when unplugging the adapter.

Note

- The type plate is located on the bottom of the clock radio.

(Fig. ③)

Line drawing of a wall-mounted electrical outlet connected to a portable device (no text or symbols)

Turn on

Press POWER.

→ The clock radio switches to the last selected source.

Switch to standby mode

Press and hold POWER for 3 seconds.

→ The clock (if set) appears on the display panel.

Set time

1 In standby mode, press and hold INFO for 3 seconds to activate the time setting mode. (Fig.⑤)

→ The hour digits blink.

2 Press ◀ to adjust the hour.

3 Press INFO to confirm. → The minute digits blink.

4 Repeat steps 2-3 to set the minute.

5 Repeat steps 2-3 to set the day, month, and year.

5

graph TD
    A["PHILIPS"] --> B["3 sec."]
    B --> C["02:00"]
    C --> D["2:00"]
    D --> E["NO"]
    style A fill:#f9f,stroke:#333
    style B fill:#ccf,stroke:#333
    style C fill:#cfc,stroke:#333
    style D fill:#fcc,stroke:#333

Tip

• To adjust the 12/24 hour format, see "Use system menu" > "Set hour format and synchronize time".
• When being idle for 10 seconds, the clock radio exits clock setting mode automatically.

4 Listen to DAB+ radio

Digital Audio Broadcasting (DAB+) is a way of broadcasting radio digitally through a network of transmitters. It provides you with more choice, better sound quality and more information.

For the first time use

1 Press SOURCE repeatedly to select DAB+ radio.

→ [FULL SCAN] (full scan) is displayed.

2 Press SELECT to start full scan.

The clock radio stores all DAB+ radio stations automatically and then broadcasts the first available station.

→ The station list is memorized in the clock radio. When you turn on the unit next time, the station scan does not take place.

→ If no DAB+ station is found, [No DAB Station] (no DAB station) is displayed.

To tune to a station from the station list:

In DAB+ mode, press TUNING ◀/ ▶

repeatedly to navigate through the available DAB+ stations.

→ If the signal of the DAB+ radio station is too weak, [OFF AIR] (off air) is displayed.

Store DAB+ radio stations automatically

Tip

- New stations and services will be added in the DAB+ broadcast. To make new DAB+ stations and services available, perform full scan regularly.

In DAB+ mode, press and hold SCAN for 3 seconds.

→ The clock radio stores all the available DAB+ radio stations automatically.

→ After full scan, the first available station is broadcast.

Store DAB+ radio stations manually

You can store up to 10 DAB+ radio stations.

1 Tune to a DAB+ radio station.

2 Press and hold PRESET for 3 seconds to activate the storing mode.

3 Press TUNING ◀ to select a number.

The preset number is displayed for one second. Then if this position is occupied, the previously stored DAB+ station name will be displayed; if this position is empty, [Empty] will be displayed.

4 Press PRESET to confirm.

5 Repeat steps 1-4 to store other DAB+ stations.

Note

• To remove a pre-stored DAB+ radio station, store another station in its place.

Listen to a preset DAB+ radio station

In DAB+ mode, press PRESET repeatedly to select a preset radio station.

Use DAB+ menu

1 In DAB+ mode, press and hold MENU for 3 seconds to access DAB+ menu.
2 Press TUNING ◀ to scroll through the menu options:

• [STATION]: Display a list of available DAB+ stations.
  • [FULL SCAN]: Scan and store all available DAB+ radio stations.
• [MANUAL]: Tune to a specific channel/ frequency manually and add it to the station list.
• [DRC] (Dynamic Range Control): Add or remove a degree of compensation for differences in the dynamic range among DAB+ stations. You may experiment the options on different source materials to decide which option suits best.
• [PRUNE]: Remove invalid stations from the station list.
• [SYSTEM]: Adjust system settings (see the Chapter "Use system menu").

3 To select an option, press SELECT.
4 Repeat steps 2-3 if sub-option is available under one option.

[DRC]

• [DRC OFF]: No compensation applied.
- [DRC HIGH]: Maximum compensation applied (the default option recommended for noisy environment).
• [DRC LOW]: Medium compensation applied.

[PRUNE]

• [PRUNE N]: Return to the previous menu.
- [PRUNEY]: Remove invalid stations from the station list.

Show DAB+ information

While listening to DAB+ radio, press INFO repeatedly to scroll through the following information (if available):

→ Station name
→ Dynamic Label Segment (DLS)
→ Signal strength
→ Program type (PTY)
→ Ensemble Name
→ Frequency
→ Signal error rate
→ Bitrate
→ Codec
→ Time and date

5 Listen to FM radio

Tune to FM radio stations

1 Press SOURCE repeatedly to select FM radio.
2 Press and hold TUNING ◀ for 3 seconds.

→ The FM tuner tunes to a station with strong reception automatically.

To tune to a radio station manually:

Press TUNING ◀▶ repeatedly to tune to a radio station.

Store FM radio stations automatically

In FM tuner mode, press and hold SCAN for 3 seconds.

→ The clock radio stores all the available FM radio stations automatically.
→ The first stored radio station is broadcast.

Store FM radio stations manually

You can store up to 10 FM radio stations.

1 Tune to an FM radio station.
2 Press and hold PRESET for 3 seconds to activate the storing mode.

3 Press TUNING ◀ to select a number.

→ The preset number is displayed for one second. Then if this position is occupied, the previously stored radio frequency will be displayed; if this

position is empty, [Empty] will be displayed.

4 Press PRESET to confirm.
5 Repeat steps 1-4 to store more FM stations.

Tip

- To remove a pre-stored FM radio station, store another station in its place.

Select a preset FM radio station

In FM mode, press PRESET repeatedly to select a preset radio channel.

Use FM menu

1 In FM mode, press and hold MENU for 3 seconds to access FM menu.
2 Press ▶ to scroll the menu options: - [SCAN SETTINGS] - [SYSTEM] (see the Chapter "Use system menu")
3 To select an option, press SELECT.
4 Repeat steps 2-3 if sub-option is available under one option.

[SCAN SETTINGS]

• [ALL]: Scan all the available FM radio stations.
  • [STRONG]: Scan FM radio stations with strong signals only.

Show RDS information

RDS (Radio Data System) is a service that allows FM stations to show additional information.

1 Tune to an RDS station.

2 Press INFO repeatedly to scroll through the following information (if available):

→ Station name
→ Radio text messages
→ Program type such as [NEWS] (news), [SPORT] (sport), [POP M] (pop music)...
→ Frequency
→ Time and date

RDS program types

Program type	Description Program type		Description
NEWS	News services	FINANCE Finance
AF-FAIRS	Politics and current affairs	CHIL-DREN	Children's programs
INFO	Special information programs	SOCIAL	Social affairs
SPORT	Sports RELIGION	Religion
EDU-CATE	Education and advanced training	PHONE IN	Phone in
DRA-MA	Radio plays and literature	TRAVEL	Travel
CUL-TURE	Culture, religion and society	LEISURE	leisure
SCI-ENCE	Science	JAZZ	Jazz Music
VARIED	Entertainment programs	COUN-TRY	Country Music
POP M	Pop music	NATION M	National Music
ROCK M	Rock music	OLDIES	Oldies Music
MORM	Light music	FOLK M	Folk Music
LIGHT M	Light classical music	DOCU-MENT	Documentary
CLAS-SICS	Classical music	TEST	Alarm Test
OTHER M	Special music programs	ALARM	Alarm

WEATH- Weather ER

6 Use system menu

Use the system menus to

• set 12/24 hour format;
• select whether to synchronize time from the DAB+ stations;
• check the software version of this clock radio; and
• reset the clock radio to factory default status.

Set hour format and synchronize time

1 Enter the system menu (see "Listen to DAB+ radio" > "Use DAB+ menu" or "Listen to FM radio" > "Use FM menu")
2 Press ◀ to select [TIME].
3 Press SELECT to confirm.
4 Repeat steps 2-3 to select a sub-option.

Options Sub-option	Function
[UPDATE] [DAB]	Synchronize time from DAB+ stations.
	[NONE] Deactivate time synchronization.
[12/24 HR] [12]	Display time in 12-hour format.
	[24] Display time in 24-hour format.

Reset all the settings

1 Enter the system menu.
2 Press ◀ to select [RESET].
3 Press SELECT to confirm.

4 Press ◀ to select an option.

• [RESET N]: Return to the previous menu.
• [RESET Y]: Reset the radio to factory default status.

5 Press SELECT again to confirm.

Know the software version

1 Enter the system setting menu.
2 Press ▶ to select [SWVER] (Software version).
3 Press SELECT to confirm.
→ The software version of the clock radio is displayed.

7 Other features

Set the alarm timer

You can set two alarms to ring at different time. (Fig. 6)

Note

• Make sure that you have set the time correctly.

1 Press and hold AL1 or AL2 for 3 seconds to activate alarm setting mode.

→ The alarm icon and the hour digits blink.

2 Press ◀ repeatedly to set the hour.

3 Press AL1 or AL2 to confirm.

→ The minute digits blink.

4 Repeat steps 2-3 to set the minute.

5 Repeat steps 2-3 to set the alarm source: DAB, FM or buzzer.

6 Repeat steps 2-3 to set the alarm volume.

→ The alarm icon is displayed.

graph TD
    A["PHILIPS"] --> B["02:30"]
    B --> C["02:30"]
    C --> D["06:00"]
    D --> E["06:00"]
    F["AL1 / AL2 3 sec."] --> G["AL1 / AL2"]
    G --> H["AL1 / AL2"]

Tip

- When alarms sounds, volume rises gradually.

- If DAB is selected as alarm source, while no DAB+ radio station is available, buzzer is activated when alarm time comes.

Activate/deactivate the alarm timer

1 Press AL1/AL2 to view alarm settings.
2 Press AL1/AL2 repeatedly to activate or deactivate the alarm timer.

→ The alarm icon appears if the alarm timer is on and disappears if it is off.

• To stop the ringing alarm, press the corresponding AL1/AL2.

→ The alarm repeats ringing for the next day.

Snooze the alarm

When alarm sounds, press SNOOZE.

→ The alarm snoozes and repeats ringing nine minutes later.

Set the sleep timer

This clock radio can switch to standby mode automatically after a preset period.

Press SLEEP repeatedly to select the sleep timer period (in minutes).

→ When the sleep timer is activated, appears.

To deactivate the sleep timer:

- Press SLEEP repeatedly until [OFF] (off) appears.

graph LR
    A["15 → 30 → 60 → 90 → 120"] --> B["OFF"]

Adjust volume

Press VOLUME ▼.▲(Fig.)④

④

Illustration of a Philips electronic device with sound waves and control buttons (no text or symbols on the device itself)

Adjust display brightness

Press BRIGHTNESS repeatedly to select different brightness levels.

8 Product information

Note

- Product information is subject to change without prior notice.

Amplifier

Rated Output Power 0.5 W RMS

Tuner

FM:

Tuning Range FM: 87.5 - 108MHz
Tuning Grid 50 KHz
Sensitivity	<22 dBf
- Mono, 26dB S/N Ratio
Search Selectivity 25-32 dBf
Total Harmonic Distortion < 2%
Signal to Noise Ratio >50 dBA

DAB:

Tuning Range 174.92-239.20MHz
Total Harmonic Distortion <2%
Signal to Noise Ratio	>55 dBA

General information

AC Power	(Model)	SSW-1920AU-3(Philips)
	(Input)	100-240 V ~,50/60 Hz, 0.15 A
	(Output)	6 V == 0.5 A

Operation Power Consumption	<3 W
Standby Power Consumption	<1 W
Dimensions - Main Unit (W × H × D)	152 × 62 × 109 mm
Weight - Main Unit	0.3 kg

9 Troubleshooting

Warning

• Never remove the casing of this product.

To keep the warranty valid, never try to repair the product yourself.

If you encounter problems when using this product, check the following points before requesting service. If the problem remains unsolved, go to the Philips Web page (www.philips.com/support). When you contact Philips, make sure that the product is nearby and the model number and serial number are available.

No power

• Make sure that the power adapter is connected properly.
• Make sure that there is power at the AC power outlet.

No sound

- Adjust the volume.

No response from the unit

• Make sure that the unit is connected to power.
- Disconnect and reconnect the AC power plug, then turn the unit on again.

Poor radio reception

• Increase the distance between the unit and your TV or VCR.
  • Fully extend the antenna.

10 Notice

Any changes or modifications made to this device that are not expressly approved by Philips Consumer Lifestyle may void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

Disposal of your old product

Your product is designed and manufactured with high quality materials and components, which can be recycled and reused.

Never dispose of your product with other household waste. Please inform yourself about the local rules on the separate collection of electrical and electronic products. The correct disposal of these products helps prevent potentially negative consequences on the environment and human health.

Please visit www.recycle.philips.com for additional information on a recycling center in your area.

Environmental information

All unnecessary packaging has been omitted. We have tried to make the packaging easy to separate into three materials: cardboard (box), polystyrene foam (buffer) and polyethylene (bags, protective foam sheet.)

Your system consists of materials which can be recycled and reused if disassembled by a specialized company. Please observe the local regulations regarding the disposal of packaging materials, exhausted batteries and old equipment.

This is CLASS II apparatus with double insulation, and no protective earth provided.

Note

- The type plate is located on the bottom of the product.